"Teddy boy" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Teddy boys [plural]
Etymology: From Teddy (“Edward”), from their style of clothing, reminiscent of the Edwardian era. Etymology templates: {{m|en|Teddy|t=Edward}} Teddy (“Edward”) Head templates: {{en-noun}} Teddy boy (plural Teddy boys)
  1. (historical) A form of male youth culture which originated in London in the early 1950s, later associated with American rock and roll music. Wikipedia link: Teddy boy Tags: historical Synonyms: Ted, teddy boy Translations (form of male youth culture): jampec (Hungarian)

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